The Escondido Humane Society welcomes girls and boy, ages 6-12, on Oct. 24 for Critter Kids Day, a series of workshops on animals and other fun activities. The workshops will be held at the shelter, 3450 E. Valley Parkway, and are scheduled as follows:
9 a.m.: Some of the most exotic and strange insects in the world will be at the shelter to explore during this hands-on workshop.
10 a.m.: Meet beautiful birds from around the world and find out why they are so much fun.
11 a.m.: Meet some scaly and slithery friends and learn what makes them different from other animals.
Noon: Come meet our smallest pocket pets, such as hamsters and guinea pigs.
1 p.m.: Meet a Vet: – Do you dream of becoming a veterinarian when you grow up? If so, learn what you need to know and do from special guest Dr. Knox.
1 p.m.: Make a cool craft to bring home, then take a mini tour of the shelter to learn about our programs and mission.
2 p.m.: Have a ball watching neat magic tricks and listening to magical stories.
3 p.m.: Meet and greet some soft and cuddly bunnies!
Cost: One workshop is $8; two workshops are$6 each; three workshops or more are $5 each. Each workshop is 50 minutes, and registration is required.
Please call the Education Department at (760) 888-2261 for more information and to register.
A Slice of Life Photography is having an itemraiser for the Escondido Humane Society! Bring any item from the Escondido Humane Society's wish list to A Slice of Life Photography, and they will give you a free session and a 5X7 of your cherished pet! Dates are limited and are only during October and November 2009.
The Escondido Humane Society welcomes girls and boy, ages 6-12, on Oct. 24 for Critter Kids Day, a series of workshops on animals and other fun activities. The workshops will be held at the shelter, 3450 E. Valley Parkway, and are scheduled as follows:
Until the end of October, which is Adopt-A-Shelter Dog Month, anyone who has adopted from the Escondido Humane Society in the past year (since September 2008) and has proof of adoption can adopt an adult dog or puppy at NO COST! All adopters from the past year are eligible, including those who took home a bunny or cat. 
Summertime is coming to a close, but kitten and cat season are still in full swing here at the Escondido Humane Society! To help our feline friends like Harlow (pictured here) find their purr-fect forever homes, we are reducing their adoption fees in the month of September. During the month, adult cats and kittens can be adopted for just $55! (Regular adoption fees are $160 for kittens, $110 for adult cats.) All adoption fees include vaccinations, spay or neuter, microchip and vet exam.
